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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1918
Page
2
The article notes condolences from the war commissioner Tuoi Chi dui to Secretary of War Baker following the Tuscania disaster. It highlights admiration for the discipline of American forces aboard the steamship Pekin and references condolences sent on February 22.
A Southport youth, Howard Ta Paxton, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Taylor of Osborn Place, has been appointed corporal in the 807th Aero Squadron stationed at McCook Field, Dayton Ohio. He is expected to take exams to enter the aging corps as war efforts continue.
A disastrous blaze destroyed the Weston home while the family was away at a funeral and other duties. The fire originated in the kitchen chimney, with the kitchen range allegedly used before departure. Neighbors aided, insurance partially covers losses. a boarder, Mr. Kimble, lost papers. Residents discussed among social circles as other local notes and upcoming church lectures.
The Bridgeport organization announces a Sunday 3 pm meeting at Sturdevant Hall 25 Main Street for officers and brothers who paid initiation fees. Attendees are urged to attend despite jokes about long worn collars and laundry excuses.
A 1918 shop ad invites customers to order tailored garments with a focus on fit and satisfaction. It highlights spring models, motor wear coats that double as suits, and pricing from $1.75 for skirts to $13 for suits. Materials include serges, poplins, broadcloths, and silkpongee. Located on the third floor.
The ad urges investing in clothing now as wool prices rise and costs to makers grow. It promotes 21 dollar suits and overcoats from Kuppenheimer, plus fiber silk stockings, mercerised cotton stockings, hot water bottles, Horlicks tablets, and toiletries, highlighting limited stock and end-of-season sale pricing and central-store locations.
Rich list of baby garters and ladies accessories including Mid eet velvet grip garter for babies, various lingerie tapes, snap fasteners, Rick rack braids, silk soutache, hair nets, and new plus size decorative collars. Describes colors, finishes, and prices. additions include elegant pique and satin vestees, roll collars, and lawn collars in assorted trims.
A catalog of festive toys and games for young and old alike fills the fourth floor. Items include trap shot, peg baseball, Kick In, Crazy Traveler, deck tossing, rubber guests, poppin ball, table golf, marble heads, bean bag, hopscotch, tic tac, whirligig, bamboo, ring toss, pitch penny, royal checkers, dominoes, all priced from one to two dollars.
New Spring shoes showcase dark brown calfskin with matched kid trim and stitched tips, Cuban heels, and clever stitching for imitation toe. A tan Russia calf pair with similar heels, a gray champagne kidskin option, and cloth top styles priced from 8 to 9 dollars. Main floor rear.
Young men who appreciate chance to get first pick, new shoes are ready. Cordovan texture and strong sole shown, with bearded calfskin tops and English last options. Prices from 7.60 to 9 dollars, near Fairfield avenue door.
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